Childminders for 11-14 years? Are there any?

[MrsS01]

Anyone know anyone in the Shifnal/Priorslee area of Telford?

I don't quite understand why you would need one for a child of that age? Can they not be left on their own for a few hours to do their homework and make themselves some tea and toast? I have no qualms about leaving my two (who are 10 and 12) for 2-3 hours. They seem to quite enjoy the independence and being trusted.

I think another year when he's 12 will be okay, but would like him to have some care for another year - all kids develop differently and he can be away with the fairies!